Swedish Cherry Hill

Seattle & Tacoma..... Reflections on City Life... Past & Present

August 10th 2018
We thrive on a life of adventure and exploring new places. Our nursing profession allows us embrace our desire to move about the country and find jobs, which in turn supports this glorious habit. In 2000, we were living happily in Tampa, Florida when some undercurrents at work gave us the impression there might be some downsizing in the near future. As it turned out, that didn’t happen, but we a ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more

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Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

D MJ Binkley

Photographers, divers, writers, foodies, chefs and music enthusiasts. Travelers' Century Club Members: 12/2023. MJ 107 and Dave 104. We appreciate your feedback and if you like our stories we would appreciate it if you follow our blog. We live on North Hutchinson Island, Florida. If you are in Florida please send us a private message as we would love to meet you. Two retired nurses who are passionate about traveling the world. Our love of travel, meeting new people and experiencing new cultures will hopefully take us to wonderful plac... full info

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15th August 2018

Ake Och Emma
Ake Dahllof and Emma Holmbro

Swedish Medical Center
Being Swedish I had to check this one out. The Swedish immigrants often ended up in Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. Not many made it all the way to Washington State. But one of those who did, or more likely their ancestors, eventually founded Swedish Medical Center. /Ake

15th August 2018

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Swedish Medical Center
Yes, the Seattle area has a few of Swedish decent. The hospital is one of the larger healthcare systems in the area. Thanks for following along.

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